Huge new investments for Jamaica -Blackwell sells US properties
NOT MUCH has been heard about Chris Blackwell in Jamaica lately. That is about to change. The hugely successful businessman, Hon. Chris Blackwell O.J. will, in 2006 invest $6.2 billion in his resort properties at Golden Eye in St. Mary...
UGI going for a private placement
THE UGI Group chief executive Neville Blythe is in discussion with NCB Capital Markets to carry out a private placement of shares in his company, the Financial Gleaner has been reliably informed by sources close to the talks.
Focus of apparel industry shifting
AS JAMAICAN and other regional fashion designers attain greater visibility in international fashion markets, and the traditional 807 garment industry virtually disappears from the Jamaican manufacturing landscape, Jamaica Promotions Ltd.
How to organise a small business
IF YOU are an entrepreneur who is serious about attracting financing for any aspect of your business venture, you need to be very aware of this: Proper business planning and the maintenance of correct accounting records are essential...
A changing business for headhunters
LOCAL HEADHUNTERS or recruitment agencies have seen a marked shift in the demand for their services from clients. Not only has their clientele fallen but employers are now making greater demands on them in the screening process to recruit...
Fiscal targets to be revised
THE LAST month has brought some significant events that could lead to a likely revision of the fiscal targets, set out for the next three years. This could also derail the finance minister's chase for the leadership of his party...
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